BAZ Established
The Authority was established by the Broadcasting Services Act Chapter [12:06]
Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe
about us
about us
Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe
The Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe (BAZ) is a statutory body that regulates and licenses broadcasting services in Zimbabwe. It was established by the Broadcasting Services Act Chapter [12:06] in 2001.
The BAZ is responsible for planning and managing the allocation and distribution of the broadcasting frequency spectrum, setting the standards for broadcasting equipment and content, and monitoring and investigating cases of interference or illegal broadcasting. The BAZ falls under the Ministry of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services and is headed by a twelve-member board.
To create an environment that promotes the development of a local dynamic broadcasting industry, which provides quality services, that are universally available and affordable, to effectively manage the licensing process and the broadcasting frequency spectrum to safeguard public interest and national sovereignty, and to ensure compliance with the law as well as international telecommunications and broadcasting treaties to which Zimbabwe is a signatory.
our mission
Celebration and expression of our cultural identity through broadcasting
2000
2001
First License Issued
Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) was licensed, operating 4 radio stations and 1 television station.
2012
First Commercial Radio Licensing
BAZ granted licenses to two private companies, AB Communications and Zimpapers, which operate two radio stations each, ZiFM Stereo, and Star FM, respectively.
2008
Digital Terrestrial Television
BAZ initiated Zimbabwe's migration from analogue to digital terrestrial television broadcasting.
2010
First Commercial Television
Licensing of first commercial television broadcasters to diversify Zimbabwe's media landscape.
2015
CRS and Campus Radio Stations
Introduction of Community Radio Stations and Campus Radio licensing to promote local content and youth engagement.
2020
Digital Migration Milestone
Significant progress in nationwide digital broadcasting migration and infrastructure development.
2022
Regional Connectivity
Enhanced regional broadcasting cooperation and international standards alignment.
BAZ Management
Departmental Managers
The Authority's management team, led by the Chief Executive Officer, comprises a skilled and diverse group of professionals in the fields of broadcasting engineering, law, finance, and administration, working collaboratively to oversee and advance the broadcasting landscape in Zimbabwe.
BAZ Board Members
Board Members
The Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe operates under the guidance and leadership of a dedicated twelve-member Board.
